Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 43 (AIR BAG SYSTEM)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Section 43 (Air Bag System)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Section 43 (Air Bag System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B4000, 2002 Mazda B3000, and 2002 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Description & Operation
- Component Locations
- System Operation Check
- Air Bag Safety Precautions
- Adjustments
- Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
- Disposal Procedures
- Post-Collision Inspection
- Removal & Installation
- Diagnostics
- Diagnostic Tests
- Test A: Air Bag Warning Light On Continuously-RCM Disconnected Or Inoperative
- Test B: Crash Data Memory Full (DTC B1231)
- Test C: RCM Bracket Ground Resistance High (DTC B1921)
- Test D: Incorrect Vehicle Identification Code (DTC C1414)
- Test E: Driver Air Bag Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1887)
- Test F: Driver Air Bag Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1916)
- Test G: Passenger Air Bag Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1888)
- Test H: Passenger Air Bag Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1925)
- Test I: Driver Air Bag Resistance High (DTC B1932)
- Test J: Passenger Air Bag Resistance High (DTC B1933)
- Test K: Driver Air Bag Low Resistance (DTC B1934)
- Test L: Passenger Air Bag Resistance Low (DTC B1935)
- Test M: Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Switch Fault (DTC B1871)
- Test N: Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Switch Warning Light Inoperative (DTC B1884)
- Test O: Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Switch Warning Light Short To Battery (DTC B1890)
- Test P: Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Circuit Short To Ground Or Open (DTC B1892)
- Test Q: Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (B1891)
- Test R: Air Bag Warning Light Inoperative (DTC B1869)
- Test S: Air Bag Warning Light Short To Battery Voltage (DTC B1870)
- Test T: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Resistance Low Or High (DTC B1885/B1877)
- Test U: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Resistance Low Or High (DTC B1881/B1886)
- Test V: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1878)
- Test W: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1879)
- Test X: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1882)
- Test Y: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1883)
- Test Z: No Communication With RCM
- Wire Repair
- Torque Specifications
- Wiring Diagrams
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.